Howmet Aerospace · 13 hours ago
Aerospace Casting Operations Supervisor
Whitehall, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expHowmet Aerospace designs and manufactures advanced engineered solutions that power quieter, more efficient jet engines and sustainable ground transportation. The Aerospace Casting Operations Supervisor will lead a team, ensure safety and quality standards are met, and manage production operations effectively.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build and supervise a high-performing team: run meetings; conduct performance reviews; manage staffing levels including vacations, overtime, and leaves; support career development through coaching and training; approve time and attendance; and prioritize work assignments
Deliver direct, timely feedback—positive and corrective—and document disciplinary actions appropriately
Onboard and mentor new Supervisors
Lead employee training and orientation to ensure EHS rules are understood, elevate performance, and reinforce company policies and procedures
Operate within the collective bargaining agreement; liaise between management and union officials; address and resolve grievances
Enforce compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices
Schedule production and assign work teams to meet business and customer demand
Review production/operating reports; resolve manufacturing and maintenance issues to minimize cost and avoid delays
Champion EHS and continuous improvement culture
Apply ABS principles and lead the 6S program, including audits
Coordinate cross-functionally to manage product flow through the operation
Maintain inventories, as applicable
Create awareness of company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives; ensure compliance and serve as a resource
Respond to emergencies; troubleshoot production issues; investigate root causes; recommend and initiate corrective actions impacting schedule, cost, quality, and other variables
Prepare and analyze required documentation (e.g., production reports, log sheets)
Audit work practices for safety conformance and address concerns
Develop and implement methods to improve operations, reduce costs, and better utilize labor and materials
Collaborate with management, engineering, and quality to resolve maintenance challenges and improve machinery and equipment conditions
Assist with operational budgeting and goal setting
Comply with all EHS rules applicable to the work environment
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred
Supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
Background with TPM, Synchronous Manufacturing, and Kaizen concepts
Strong communication across all organizational levels; team-building and people skills
Comfort juggling multiple priorities; technically inclined
Energetic self-starter who leads change; proficient PC and telephone skills; strong organizational abilities
Committed to fostering a continuous improvement culture
Company
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2016-10-21IPO
Leadership Team
Lola Lin
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
Jarrod Veal
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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